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About the Faith & Belief Forum (F&BF)

The Faith & Belief Forum has worked tirelessly for over 20 years to build good relations between people of all faiths and beliefs, and to create a society where difference is celebrated.

We create spaces in schools, universities, workplaces and the wider community where people can engage with questions of belief and identity and meet people different from themselves. Enabling people to learn from each other in this way is often the most effective way to tackle ignorance and challenge stereotypes – and create understanding and trust between people.

The Faith & Belief Forum’s inclusive approach welcomes everyone – whether you’re an Atheist, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jew, Muslim, Zoroastrian, or identify with any other belief.

Everyone is welcome to join in building a more connected and supportive society. The Faith & Belief Forum believes that intolerance has no place in our communities and that diversity adds value.

Location

The Faith & Belief Forum is based in the heart of Kentish Town:

1^st Floor, Star House, 104 Grafton Road, NW5 4BA, London

Kentish Town West Overground is 5-7 mins walk away. There is no step free access from the platforms.

Kentish Town Underground is 8-10 mins walk away. There is no step free access from the platforms, there

are escalators.

Gospel Oak station is 10-12 mins walk away. There is step free access from all platforms. There is also an accessible toilet.

There are 2 parking spaces available at Star House, please indicate on the booking form is you would like to book them. There is free on street parking from 11am

F&BF is open Monday to Friday between 9:00 and 18:00. It is closed on Saturday and Sundays, and usually on Bank Holidays.

There is an interfaith prayer space available to use throughout the day.

Accessibility

Star House is an old building so there is some access provision, but it is lacking in areas.

To enter the building there is a ramp, which unfortunately is fairly steep. We do have a wheelchair accessible bell, please ring and state you are here to visit the Faith & Belief Forum. Our entry system more generally will be difficult to see if you have visual impairment. It may be easiest to call when you arrive (020 7482 9549).

Our offices are on the first floor. There is a lift and level access within the building. The lift is smaller than regulation size – 1230mm by 1270mm.

Our main office has full access for people in wheelchairs.

There is a fully accessible bathroom on the ground floor of the building.

Please do let us know if you need assistance, which we will be happy to provide.

Training Room

The Training Room is our largest space which we often use for internal and external events, conferences and training sessions. It is a dynamic multi-purpose space which can be easily adapted for your needs.  The facilities on offer are as follows:

• Catering urn
• A small fridge
• Chairs and tables
• Screen
• Projector (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Speakers (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Laptop (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Flipchart stand and paper (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Bean bags and pillows
• WIFI

The Training Room must not exceed the following capacities:

• Unseated – 50
• Theatre style – 40
• Boardroom – 20
• Cabaret – 30
• Circle of chairs – 30

Meeting Room

The Meeting Room is our smaller space but still retains a light and spacious feel. We recommend you use it for intimate meetings or book in it tandem with the Training Room as a break out space. The facilities on offer are as follows:

• Chairs and tables
• Sofa
• Projector (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Speakers (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Laptop (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Flipchart stand and paper (according to availability and with additional charge)
• Bean bags and pillows
• WIFI

The Meeting Room must not exceed the following capacities:

• Unseated – 15
• Circle table and chairs – 6
• Rectangle table and chairs – 10

Food and Drink

You’re welcome to bring your own catering or food, please ensure it’s vegetarian. We can provide details of a caterer if needed. This is an alcohol-free office.

The Training Room has an urn and a small fridge, apart from this you will have to share the kitchen facilities with the F&BF staff. You will have access to a larger fridge, kettle, microwave, glasses, crockery and cutlery (for up to 25 people). If you would like tea and coffee, please indicate on the booking form.

We ask you to please clean up after yourselves. We are a green office and we ask you adhere to our recycling system.

Booking

To make an official booking please fill out the form on our website. We retain the right to refuse booking with no explanation. Please give us as much notice as possible.

Regarding payments and deposits please note:

• All bookings require a non-refundable deposit of at least 50% of the hire cost
• If a booking is cancelled within 2 weeks of the start of the hire period, the hirer will be required to pay the balance of the full hire cost
• Our preferred method of payment would be via the PayPal link on our website.
• If you are unable to use PayPal, invoice for the deposit amount will be issued within one week of the confirmation. The  final invoice will be issued within one week of the event. Any payments due should be made within 30 days.

Terms and Conditions

• Consumption of alcohol is not allowed.
• Loud music is not allowed.
• At the end of the event, please return the space to how you originally found it.
• At the start of the event an F&BF staff member will be there to welcome you and provide some logistical guidance (e.g. health and safety) but won’t be present throughout the rest of your booking.
• You agree to reimburse us in the unfortunate event of any damage or breakages.
• Star House is a smoke free building but there is a smoking area outside the premises, in the car park area.
• F&BF cannot be held responsible for theft or loss of your or your guest’s personal belongings.
• A list of guests should be provided prior to the event and let F&BF know if this list changes. If this is not possible please speak to a member of staff in advance to discuss arrangements for signing in on the day.
• Equipment is available to hire. The customer may supply their own equipment if it is covered on their own insurance and is P.A.T tested. F&BF will not be liable for customer’s equipment. This includes chargers.
• It is the responsibility of the organisation/group/individual to ensure that they have adequate and appropriate insurance to cover: personal property, travel disruption, injury, medical expenses, general liability and life cover for the period of travel to, travel from and during their time at F&BF. As an organization F&BF holds public/general liability insurance coverage that is reviewed regularly.